MaurinH's Blog

Scandinavian Crime Fiction (Not Written by Stieg Larsson)

Waiting your turn for The Girl Who Kicked the Hornet's Nest? Keep your cool with these Nordic mystery series:

The redbreast by Jo Nesbø; translated from the Norwegian by Don Bartlett

Last rituals: an Icelandic novel of secret symbols, medieval witchcraft, and modern murder by Yrsa Sigurdardóttir; translated from the Icelandic by Bernard Scudder

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Aug 28, 2010

Bike Safety and Legal Rights

Bicycling & the law: your rights as a cyclist by Bob Mionske
Did you know that bicyclists and motorists have equal rights to the road under Michigan law? During the summer months it is especially important to be aware of your surroundings, whether you're on a bike or in a car. Become an informed citizen and remember to always share the road!

Aug 28, 2010

Old Bookdrop

The room (entry from the Children's section) where books returned from the outside return slots would pile up prior to being sorted.
Aug 11, 2010
 

Old Bookdrop

Another view of the book drop we used before installing the automated sorting system.
Aug 11, 2010